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Attractions

For a small city, Campbell River boasts a large cross section of Attractions, from the natural beauty of the west coast rain forest to the extreme engineering of our newest attraction, the Elk Falls Provincial Park Suspension Bridge. Take a stroll around the community to see the hundreds of chainsaw carvings produced at our annual Transformations on the Shoreline or gaze in wonder at the infamous Seymour Narrows. We have it all.

Known to locals as the Beaver Lodge Lands, located in Central Campbell River, this 1028 acres of second growth forested land was donated to the province and turned into a hiking and mountain biking recreational paradise.

The Cape Mudge lighthouse on Quadra Island stands to safeguard the ever increasing marine traffic in the Discovery Passage, these waters off the shoreline of Quadra Island are some of the most dangerous in the world.

Schoen Lake Provincial Park, located north of Sayward offers both superb scenery and amazing opportunities for hiking, boating, fishing, swimming and camping. With dramatic relief around a serene lake setting, this day trip from Campbell River is well worth the time.

Also known as the Museum at Cape Mudge, the Nuymbalees Cultural Centre features potlatch treasure and regalia handed down from the Kwa’ Kwa’ Ka’ Wa’Kw nation on Quadra Island, these artefacts maintain one of the largest First Nations exhibits in Canada.

Slots, electronic Black Jack and much more gaming activity and fun can be found at Chances Gaming house in Campbell River, a great place to spend the afternoon when the weather is not cooperating for outdoor activities.

Mt Kusam, and the Kusam Klimb, a dramatic mountain in the Sayward Valley, just north of Campbell River, presents a rugged 23 km loop to test the skill of even the most avid of climbers and trail runners.

Elk Falls Suspension Bridge is one of the newest attractions in Campbell River, the view from the bridge of the falls and the canyon are second to none. Make sure you keep going along the many trails and make a day of it.

Roderick Haig-Brown, lived in Campbell River for many years. His legacy lives on in the Haig Brown Heritage House with education, his historic writings and lovely gardens, on the bank of the Campbell River

Currently inaccessible because of a massive upgrade being undertaken, the John Hart Dam is the primary dam structure holding back the waters of the John Hart Lake, supplying Campbell River with high quality drinking water and hydro electric power.

The Campbell River Maritime Heritage Centre sits on the shores of the Discovery Passage and holds a Maritime Museum, with the main feature being the BCP 45, which was featured on the Canadian 5 dollar bill for many years.

A narrow stretch of land encompassing a calm pool of shallow water on the western shores of Quadra Island. Rebecca Spit Provincial Marine Park offers sandy beaches and is one of the best places to launch a kayak, go for a walk or have a fun day with the kids.

Mitlenatch Island Nature Provincial Park is often referred to as the Galapagos of the north. Situated in the Strait of Georgia and visible from Campbell River, the unique outcropping named Mitlenatch Island Provincial Park is home to the largest seabird colony in the Strait and if you time it right you may see one or two Sea lion colonies.

Located almost exactly between Campbell River and Courtenay, Miracle Beach Provincial Park is a very popular spot, with its white sandy beaches, old growth forest, interpretive centre and camping facilities.

Situated an hour north of Campbell River, Morton Lake Provincial Park is one of many lakes in “Lake Country”. Great fishing, swimming, canoeing and kayaking start here. An awesome place to relax on the beach and watch the kids play.

Inspired by life on the sea shore, Mussels & More Pottery Studio in Campbell River represents the largest production pottery studio in Canada, with unique nautical dinnerware and tours for groups that will truly entice.

A modern facility with many options for climbing, On the Rocks Climbing Gym in Campbell River is open all year round, offering courses and classes and group parties and celebrations as well as an overhead bouldering wall.

The Pier Street Farmers Market has become an institution in Campbell River. Open every Sunday from May to October, vendors represent all kinds of wares including local and organic meat and produce as well as unusual crafts and artisans.

The Quinsam Salmon Hatchery is located just north of Campbell River off of Highway 28. This most productive of Hatcheries are responsible for propagating thousands of salmon smelts for release, in an effort to maintain salmon stocks to local rivers.

The Rotary Seawalk in Campbell River is one of the Campbell River Rotary Clubs claims to fame. This 6 kilometre paved seaside walk offers opportunities to not only exercise but to do it with one of the best views in the world.

Located beside Pacific Playgrounds Resort, the Saratoga Beach Golf Club offers a 2,316 yard par 33 golf course, close to the sandy beaches of the Saratoga Beach area, this boutique golf course is a fun way to spend the day.

View Seymour Narrows, just north of Campbell River on Highway 19, from this view point, the site of the infamous Ripple Rock Explosion. A bird’s eye view of the raging waters rushing through the narrow channel.

A claim to fame for the city of Campbell River, the Storey Creek Golf Course is considered one of the best courses in the province. Tagged as a course in nature, it is not unusual to see dear, beaver and sometimes even bears on the course at any time of the year.

The Strathcona Dam recreation area allows camping, has a small beach and some great fishing for rainbow and cutthroat trout. From Campbell River, head north on Highway 28 to Gold River about 20 minutes and you will see the signs to the dam, the largest earthen dam on the Island

Strathcona Provincial Park is rightly known as the Crown Jewel of the Province of British Columbia, encompassing 250,000 hectares of true wilderness, with towering mountains and cascading waterfalls. A definite must see while visiting Campbell River or the Comox Valley.

The annual Campbell River chainsaw carving contest, fun in late June. Transformations on the Shore are now responsible for over 350 chainsaw carvings that are displayed all over the city of Campbell River, these marvels of ingenuity and creativity define our local culture.